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Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund
Funding for international development projects
Latest source updateLast Update: September 18, 2026Latest change: MCIC updated the Development Fund, Theme Fund, Relief and Rehabilitation Fund, and Community Solidarity Fund materials for 2026–27, including revised guides/forms and some changed deadline and information-session wording.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 18, 2026
Latest change: MCIC updated the Development Fund, Theme Fund, Relief and Rehabilitation Fund, and Community Solidarity Fund materials for 2026–27, including revised guides/forms and some changed deadline and information-session wording.
Funding guides updated for 2026–27
MCIC refreshed the Funding for International Projects page with 2026–27 guides and application forms for the Development Fund, Relief and Rehabilitation Fund, and Community Solidarity Fund. The CSF section also removed the specific June 24, 2026 deadline and the online information-session link, replacing them with general wording that sessions will be announced. The Development Fund and other fund descriptions were lightly reworded, while core funding amounts and the main eligibility rules were largely unchanged. Some form and guide links were renamed or replaced with new 2026–27 versions, which affects the application materials applicants are directed to use.
Funding available
$ 6,500 - $ 130,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Funding for International Projects supports MCIC member and non-member organizations working overseas through the Development Fund, Theme Fund, Relief and Rehabilitation Fund, and Community Solidarity Fund. These streams back development, relief, rehabilitation, and community-based projects in the Global South and other ODA-eligible countries.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
- Minimum amount : 6,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Long-term development projects in the Global South.
- Relief situations following natural or human-caused disasters where basic life or health is threatened.
- Projects responding to current issues of international concern.
- Development projects overseas.
Documents Needed
- Application Form for Single and First Year Projects; Application Form for Second and Third Year Projects; Single-Year Projects and Multiple-Year Projects budget templates.
- Theme Fund Concept Note Form and Budget Template 2025-26.
- Relief and Rehabilitation Fund Application Form and Budget Template.
- Community Solidarity Fund Application Form and Budget Template.
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- MCIC members in good standing.
- Organizations that are affiliate or nonmembers of MCIC, for the Community Solidarity Fund.
- Manitoba not-for-profit community-based organizations involved in development projects overseas.
- Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) registered charities or organizations with special status under CRA to receive funding, for the Community Solidarity Fund.
Who is not eligible
- Groups cannot apply to the Community Solidarity Fund two years in a row.
- Projects with an objective of spreading a particular religious faith or political point of view.
Eligible expenses
- Overseas project costs funded by MGMGP funds.
- Local partner administration costs, up to 10% of the allocation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects with an objective of spreading a particular religious faith.
- Projects with an objective of spreading a political point of view.
- Canadian-based projects or components funded by MGMGP funds.
Eligible geographic areas
- The Global South.
- Countries on the list of Global Affairs Canada’s approved countries.
- ODA eligible countries as defined by OECD DAC.
Selection criteria
- The Theme Fund is awarded via a competitive process.
- Projects must align with the current theme.
- Approval of funding for a second and third year is subject to the assessment of the project’s ongoing performance and planned outcomes and activities for the upcoming year.
- The Gender Equality Marker (GEM) scores the extent to which project activities could contribute to advancing gender equality and/or the empowerment of women and girls.
How to apply
- Submit the application through email in a .pdf or Word format.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked by MCIC staff for eligibility and completeness.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by MCIC’s Overseas Project Committee.
- Final funding decisions are made by MCIC’s Board of Directors.
- Applicants are notified of the decision, and some approvals may include recommendations, conditions, or follow-up reporting.
Additional information
- Applications must use the current MCIC forms and templates.
- MCIC may request progress or follow-up reporting for approved projects.
- Final reports are required after the project ends.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund Program
What is the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund?
Funding for International Projects supports MCIC member and non-member organizations working overseas through the Development Fund, Theme Fund, Relief and Rehabilitation Fund, and Community Solidarity Fund. These streams back development, relief, rehabilitation, and community-based projects in the Global South and other ODA-eligible countries.
How much funding can be received?
Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund Funds up to $130,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund program, you must:
MCIC members in good standing.
Projects must follow MCIC’s guiding principles.
The project start date must be within MCIC’s current fiscal year.
What expenses are eligible under Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund?
Long-term development projects in the Global South.
Relief situations following natural or human-caused disasters where basic life or health is threatened.
Projects responding to current issues of international concern.
Development projects overseas.
Who can I contact for more information about the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund?
You can contact MCIC (MCIC) by email at mgmgp@mcic.ca or by phone at 204-987-6420.
Where is the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund available?
The Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Inc. - Development Fund program is available the province of Manitoba.